Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
What to Do if You Can\u2019t Attach Files in Gmail on Windows 10\/11?<\/h2>\n
Here are some fixes and steps for each to help resolve issues with Gmail not attaching files:<\/p>\n
Fix 1: Check file size limitations<\/h3>\n
Ensure that the file you are trying to attach does not exceed Gmail\u2019s attachment size limit. For standard Gmail accounts, the current limit is 25MB.<\/p>\n
Fix 2: Verify supported file formats<\/h3>\n
Confirm that the file format is supported by Gmail. Common file types such as documents, images, and videos are usually compatible. If your file type isn\u2019t supported, consider converting the file to a supported format or try compressing it if possible.<\/p>\n
Fix 3: Check your Gmail storage<\/h3>\n\n- Log into your Gmail account and scroll to the bottom of the page. Just after the last message on the screen, you should see the total storage available for your Gmail account and the storage you have used.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Log]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Click the link, and you will be redirected to Google One. There, you can review options for increasing your storage capacity or deleting unnecessary emails or attachments.<\/li>\n
- To clean up storage, click the Settings icon in the top right corner.<\/li>\n
- Select Storage<\/i> and Gmail will show you a report of how you have used your data. You can then select the Clean up space<\/i> option to free up space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 4: Turn off your firewall<\/h3>\n
Here\u2019s how to disable your firewall:<\/p>\n
\n- Press the\u00a0
Windows key + R<\/code> \u00a0<\/b>on your keyboard to launch the Run<\/em> dialog box.<\/li>\n- Inside the Run<\/em> dialog box, type\u00a0
firewall.cpl <\/code>, then hit Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n ![\"Press]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Go to the left-pane menu, then click\u00a0 Turn Windows Defender Firewall <\/i>\u00a0 on or off<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Go]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Under Domain network settings <\/i>, select the\u00a0 Turn off Windows Defender Firewall <\/i>\u00a0option. Do the same for Private <\/i> and Public network settings <\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Once you\u2019ve selected the right option, click\u00a0 OK <\/i>\u00a0and close the window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Under]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n
\nRelated:<\/b>\u00a0 How to Check Firewall Settings on a Windows PC <\/a><\/p>\n
\nFix 5: Disable your proxy server<\/h3>\n
Follow the steps below:<\/p>\n
\n- Press the
Windows key + S<\/code> on your keyboard to bring up the search bar.<\/li>\n- Type\u00a0
Internet options <\/code>\u00a0in your Windows search menu and select Open<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n ![\"Press]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Go to the\u00a0 Connections <\/i>\u00a0tab, then click\u00a0 LAN settings. <\/i><\/li>\n
- On the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings <\/i> window, deselect the\u00a0 Use proxy server for your LAN <\/i>\u00a0option.<\/li>\n
- Click OK <\/i> on the LAN Settings <\/i> window, then click\u00a0 Apply <\/i>\u00a0and\u00a0 OK <\/i>\u00a0on the\u00a0 Internet Properties <\/i>\u00a0window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Go]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 6: Clear your browser cache and cookies<\/h3>\n
If the problem concerns your browser, then clearing your cache and cookies might fix the problem.<\/p>\n
Cookies are automatically generated whenever you visit a website. They store your browsing data and are supposed to improve your browsing experience by keeping portions of web pages, such as images, on your computer. Thus, the next time you visit a website, the pages will load faster.<\/p>\n
However, over time, cache and cookies accumulate and can overwhelm your browser. So you need to clean them regularly.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tNote<\/div>\r\n\tIf you are using a browser like Firefox or Safari, please check our guide on how to clear your cache and cookies <\/a> in these browsers. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nIf you\u2019re using Google Chrome, here are the steps you need to take:<\/p>\n
\n- Launch Google Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- From the drop-down, select\u00a0 Delete browsing data<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Select\u00a0All time<\/i> from the drop-down list for\u00a0Time range<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Check the Cookies and other site data<\/em> and Cached images and files<\/em> boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Check]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Click Delete data<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\r\n\tRemoving this data might sign you out on most websites. Before you start, you might want to keep your login credentials. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\n You can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n You can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n \r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\n Developed for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nFix 7: Update your web browser to the latest version<\/h3>\n
If you use Google Chrome, follow these steps to update the Chrome browser:<\/p>\n
\n- Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of your Chrome browser.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Navigate to Help > About<\/i> Google Chrome<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Navigate]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Chrome will automatically check for updates and install them if available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Chrome]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- After the update is complete, reload the page to restart Chrome with the latest version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Firefox<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Click the menu button (three lines) in the top-right corner, then select Settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- In Settings, scroll down to the Firefox Updates<\/em> section and click Check for updates<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Scroll]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- If an update is available, Firefox will automatically download and install it after you confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Safari<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- You can update your Safari by checking for updates in the iOS App Store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Also read:<\/b>\u00a0 Ultimate Guide: How to Reset the Google Chrome Browser to Its Default Settings? <\/a><\/p>\n
\nFix 8: Disable any browser extensions or add-ons<\/h3>\n
Try disabling them one by one to check\u00a0 the extensions <\/a>\u00a0that might be causing the problem of being unable to attach files in Gmail . Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\nChrome:<\/b><\/p>\n\n- In Google Chrome, click the three dots at the top right corner and navigate to Extensions> Manage Extensions<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Navigate]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- You should see all your extensions here. Disable each one by clicking Remove <\/i> until you find the extension causing the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFirefox:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Go to the menu at the top right-hand corner and scroll to Add-ons and themes<\/em> and select Extensions<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Scroll]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Firefox will immediately open your extensions manager on a new tab. Find the extension to disable and click the blue toggle to finish the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Find]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nSafari:<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Click on Safari <\/i> and go to Settings <\/i> (it might be Preferences <\/i> on your computer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n- Click Extensions <\/i>to see your extensions. To disable an extension, click the checkbox next to it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 9: Go incognito<\/h3>\n
If a browser extension is the reason you are unable to attach files in Gmail, you can go incognito and sign into your Gmail account.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve opened your Gmail account in an incognito window, try sending an email with an attachment again. If the problem persists, try the next method.<\/p>\n
Fix 10: Check internet connectivity<\/h3>\n
Try to see if you have a stable and\u00a0 reliable internet connection<\/a>. Try connecting your PC to a different network or restarting your modem or router if necessary.<\/p>\nFix 11: Check your system for malware<\/h3>\n
To be sure the problem is not caused by malware, you should run a thorough scan of your computer. We recommend you use a\u00a0reputable antivirus or anti-malware software like\u00a0 Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a>.<\/p>\nFix 12: Update your drivers<\/h3>\n
Did you try attaching a file stored in an external drive? If so, there may be something wrong with your storage device.<\/p>\n
If you have outdated drivers, you may be unable to successfully attach files from your drive.<\/p>\n
In this case, the best solution is to\u00a0 update your drivers <\/a>\u00a0to the latest versions recommended by the manufacturer.<\/p>\nYou can do this manually, but the process can be tedious and risky.<\/p>\n
First, you must go to the manufacturer\u2019s site and search for the driver version compatible with your operating system and processor type.<\/p>\n
If you download and install the wrong driver, you may cause bigger problems for your PC.<\/p>\n
As such, we recommend skipping all the hassle by automating the process. If you want a quick and safe way to update your drivers, use\u00a0 Auslogics Driver Updater <\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/p>\nAll you need to do is click a button, and the tool will automatically scan your system and search for compatible drivers.<\/p>\n
Fix 13: Try using Gmail in a different browser or the Gmail mobile app<\/h3>\n
It wouldn\u2019t hurt if you tried attaching files to your email using the other browser (Gmail supports Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Internet Explorer) or mobile version of Gmail.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\n You can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \t
![\"Log](\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-27-at-4.46.38\u202fPM.png\")
\r\n <\/div>\r\n - \n
- Click the link, and you will be redirected to Google One. There, you can review options for increasing your storage capacity or deleting unnecessary emails or attachments.<\/li>\n
- To clean up storage, click the Settings icon in the top right corner.<\/li>\n
- Select Storage<\/i> and Gmail will show you a report of how you have used your data. You can then select the Clean up space<\/i> option to free up space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 4: Turn off your firewall<\/h3>\n
Here\u2019s how to disable your firewall:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Press the\u00a0
Windows key + R<\/code> \u00a0<\/b>on your keyboard to launch the Run<\/em> dialog box.<\/li>\n- Inside the Run<\/em> dialog box, type\u00a0
firewall.cpl <\/code>, then hitEnter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n![\"Press]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Go to the left-pane menu, then click\u00a0 Turn Windows Defender Firewall <\/i>\u00a0 on or off<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Go]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Under Domain network settings <\/i>, select the\u00a0 Turn off Windows Defender Firewall <\/i>\u00a0option. Do the same for Private <\/i> and Public network settings <\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Once you\u2019ve selected the right option, click\u00a0 OK <\/i>\u00a0and close the window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\r\n\r\n![\"Under]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n
\nRelated:<\/b>\u00a0 How to Check Firewall Settings on a Windows PC <\/a><\/p>\n
\nFix 5: Disable your proxy server<\/h3>\n
Follow the steps below:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Press the
Windows key + S<\/code> on your keyboard to bring up the search bar.<\/li>\n- Type\u00a0
Internet options <\/code>\u00a0in your Windows search menu and select Open<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n![\"Press]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Go to the\u00a0 Connections <\/i>\u00a0tab, then click\u00a0 LAN settings. <\/i><\/li>\n
- On the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings <\/i> window, deselect the\u00a0 Use proxy server for your LAN <\/i>\u00a0option.<\/li>\n
- Click OK <\/i> on the LAN Settings <\/i> window, then click\u00a0 Apply <\/i>\u00a0and\u00a0 OK <\/i>\u00a0on the\u00a0 Internet Properties <\/i>\u00a0window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\r\n\r\n![\"Go]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 6: Clear your browser cache and cookies<\/h3>\n
If the problem concerns your browser, then clearing your cache and cookies might fix the problem.<\/p>\n
Cookies are automatically generated whenever you visit a website. They store your browsing data and are supposed to improve your browsing experience by keeping portions of web pages, such as images, on your computer. Thus, the next time you visit a website, the pages will load faster.<\/p>\n
However, over time, cache and cookies accumulate and can overwhelm your browser. So you need to clean them regularly.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tNote<\/div>\r\n\tIf you are using a browser like Firefox or Safari, please check our guide on how to clear your cache and cookies <\/a> in these browsers. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nIf you\u2019re using Google Chrome, here are the steps you need to take:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Launch Google Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- From the drop-down, select\u00a0 Delete browsing data<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Select\u00a0All time<\/i> from the drop-down list for\u00a0Time range<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Select]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Check the Cookies and other site data<\/em> and Cached images and files<\/em> boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Check]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Click Delete data<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\r\n\tRemoving this data might sign you out on most websites. Before you start, you might want to keep your login credentials. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\nYou can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\nDeveloped for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nFix 7: Update your web browser to the latest version<\/h3>\n
If you use Google Chrome, follow these steps to update the Chrome browser:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of your Chrome browser.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Navigate to Help > About<\/i> Google Chrome<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Navigate]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Chrome will automatically check for updates and install them if available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Chrome]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- After the update is complete, reload the page to restart Chrome with the latest version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Firefox<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Click the menu button (three lines) in the top-right corner, then select Settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- In Settings, scroll down to the Firefox Updates<\/em> section and click Check for updates<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Scroll]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- If an update is available, Firefox will automatically download and install it after you confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Safari<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- You can update your Safari by checking for updates in the iOS App Store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Also read:<\/b>\u00a0 Ultimate Guide: How to Reset the Google Chrome Browser to Its Default Settings? <\/a><\/p>\n
\nFix 8: Disable any browser extensions or add-ons<\/h3>\n
Try disabling them one by one to check\u00a0 the extensions <\/a>\u00a0that might be causing the problem of being unable to attach files in Gmail . Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n
Chrome:<\/b><\/p>\n
- \n
- In Google Chrome, click the three dots at the top right corner and navigate to Extensions> Manage Extensions<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Navigate]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- You should see all your extensions here. Disable each one by clicking Remove <\/i> until you find the extension causing the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFirefox:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Go to the menu at the top right-hand corner and scroll to Add-ons and themes<\/em> and select Extensions<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Scroll]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Firefox will immediately open your extensions manager on a new tab. Find the extension to disable and click the blue toggle to finish the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Find]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nSafari:<\/b><\/p>\n
- \n
- Click on Safari <\/i> and go to Settings <\/i> (it might be Preferences <\/i> on your computer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Click Extensions <\/i>to see your extensions. To disable an extension, click the checkbox next to it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
![\"Click]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nFix 9: Go incognito<\/h3>\n
If a browser extension is the reason you are unable to attach files in Gmail, you can go incognito and sign into your Gmail account.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve opened your Gmail account in an incognito window, try sending an email with an attachment again. If the problem persists, try the next method.<\/p>\n
Fix 10: Check internet connectivity<\/h3>\n
Try to see if you have a stable and\u00a0 reliable internet connection<\/a>. Try connecting your PC to a different network or restarting your modem or router if necessary.<\/p>\n
Fix 11: Check your system for malware<\/h3>\n
To be sure the problem is not caused by malware, you should run a thorough scan of your computer. We recommend you use a\u00a0reputable antivirus or anti-malware software like\u00a0 Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Fix 12: Update your drivers<\/h3>\n
Did you try attaching a file stored in an external drive? If so, there may be something wrong with your storage device.<\/p>\n
If you have outdated drivers, you may be unable to successfully attach files from your drive.<\/p>\n
In this case, the best solution is to\u00a0 update your drivers <\/a>\u00a0to the latest versions recommended by the manufacturer.<\/p>\n
You can do this manually, but the process can be tedious and risky.<\/p>\n
First, you must go to the manufacturer\u2019s site and search for the driver version compatible with your operating system and processor type.<\/p>\n
If you download and install the wrong driver, you may cause bigger problems for your PC.<\/p>\n
As such, we recommend skipping all the hassle by automating the process. If you want a quick and safe way to update your drivers, use\u00a0 Auslogics Driver Updater <\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/p>\n
All you need to do is click a button, and the tool will automatically scan your system and search for compatible drivers.<\/p>\n
Fix 13: Try using Gmail in a different browser or the Gmail mobile app<\/h3>\n
It wouldn\u2019t hurt if you tried attaching files to your email using the other browser (Gmail supports Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Internet Explorer) or mobile version of Gmail.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \t
- Click Extensions <\/i>to see your extensions. To disable an extension, click the checkbox next to it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Click on Safari <\/i> and go to Settings <\/i> (it might be Preferences <\/i> on your computer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Firefox will immediately open your extensions manager on a new tab. Find the extension to disable and click the blue toggle to finish the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Go to the menu at the top right-hand corner and scroll to Add-ons and themes<\/em> and select Extensions<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- You should see all your extensions here. Disable each one by clicking Remove <\/i> until you find the extension causing the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- In Google Chrome, click the three dots at the top right corner and navigate to Extensions> Manage Extensions<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- You can update your Safari by checking for updates in the iOS App Store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- If an update is available, Firefox will automatically download and install it after you confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- In Settings, scroll down to the Firefox Updates<\/em> section and click Check for updates<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Click the menu button (three lines) in the top-right corner, then select Settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- After the update is complete, reload the page to restart Chrome with the latest version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Chrome will automatically check for updates and install them if available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Navigate to Help > About<\/i> Google Chrome<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of your Chrome browser.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Click Delete data<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Check the Cookies and other site data<\/em> and Cached images and files<\/em> boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Select\u00a0All time<\/i> from the drop-down list for\u00a0Time range<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- From the drop-down, select\u00a0 Delete browsing data<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- On the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings <\/i> window, deselect the\u00a0 Use proxy server for your LAN <\/i>\u00a0option.<\/li>\n
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- Once you\u2019ve selected the right option, click\u00a0 OK <\/i>\u00a0and close the window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Under Domain network settings <\/i>, select the\u00a0 Turn off Windows Defender Firewall <\/i>\u00a0option. Do the same for Private <\/i> and Public network settings <\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Inside the Run<\/em> dialog box, type\u00a0
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